Submit all questions regarding this RFQ in writing to Sara Lytle at lytle.135@osu.edu with the project number included in the
subject line (no phone calls please). Questions will be answered and posted to the Opportunities page on the OFCC website
at Bids & RFQs on a regular basis until one week before the response deadline. The name of the party submitting a question
will not be included on the Q&A document. Project Overview
A. Project Description
The Ohio State University is requesting qualifications from A/E firms to provide professional design services for the Men's
Hockey Locker Room Renovation at the Schottenstein Center. The project will provide upgraded spaces for studentathletes and coaching staff, and will include new lockers, nutrition station, video review room, as well as reconfiguration of
other spaces to maximize efficiency. The existing footprint is approximately 5,000 square feet and currently consists of
locker rooms, lounges, restrooms, showers, storage, and stick room. A previous study was completed in 2022 and the
programming information from that study will be provided to the shortlisted firms.
This project will utilize the Construction Manager at Risk delivery method. Scope of Services
The project and construction budget as listed in this RFQ is estimated. The project has been approved for design
services. This request is for Architect/Engineer (A/E) to provide design and project management services through the
construction document phase. The university may amend the A/E contract upon approval for bidding, construction
contract administration and post-construction services. The project will incorporate the University's Target Value
Design/Target Value Budget process.
For projects advertised with an appropriately developed Program of Requirements (POR), upon award of the Agreement,
commence with Design. For projects without such a POR, upon award of the Agreement, commence by developing the
Program of Requirements.
The selected A/E, as a portion of its required Scope of Services and prior to submitting its proposals, will discuss and
clarify with the Owner and/or the Contracting Authority, the cost breakdown of the Architect/Engineer Agreement detailed
cost components to address the Owner's project requirements. Participate in the Encouraging Growth, Diversity & Equity
(EDGE) Program as required by statute and the Agreement. Required Professional Liability Insurance will be per Exhibit A
- A/E Terms and Conditions Article 7.2.6.
As required by the Agreement, and as properly authorized, provide the following categories of services: Program
Verification, Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Document Preparation, Bid and Award Support,
Conformed Documents, Construction Administration, Post-Construction, and Additional Services of all types.
Refer to the Ohio Facilities Construction Manualfor additional information about the type and extent of services required
for each. A copy of the standard Agreement can be obtained at the OFCC website at Architect and Engineer Agreements.
The selected A/E will be required to sign the standard agreement. No modifications to the requirements in the agreement
will be accepted.
During the construction period, provide not less than 4 hours (excluding travel time) on-site construction administration
services each week, including (1) attendance at progress meetings, (2) a written field report of each site visit, (3) on-site
representation comprised of the A/E and its consultant staff involved in the primary design of the project, all having
relevant and appropriate types of construction administration experience.
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